Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NP11 · Caerphilly
54
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF64 · The Vale of Glamorgan
119
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Abercarn has less crime — 54 vs 119 incidents in April 2026.
Penarth recorded notably higher crime than Abercarn in April 2026 — 119 vs 54 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Abercarn sees higher rates of Public order (8), while Penarth has more Shoplifting (31). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Abercarn recorded fewer crimes than Penarth — 54 vs 119 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Abercarn is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Abercarn saw higher rates of Public order while Penarth had more Shoplifting. Overall, Abercarn recorded fewer total crimes (54 vs 119).